On this episode of ‘Polls On My Pod,’ host Nidhi Sharma dissects the surprising turnout in the first phase of India s 18th Lok Sabha elections. With a notable 3% decrease compared to parliament election 2019, several questions arise: was it the scorching heat, voter fatigue, or a growing sense of apathy? This episode delves into the factors behind this decline and brings you firsthand accounts from the election trail in Bihar, Kerala, and Maharashtra. Don t miss this election special episode of The Morning Brief podcast for an in-depth analysis of India s democratic process with ET’s own Political Bureau reporters C L Manoj, Kumar Anshuman, Anubhuti Vishnoi and Jatin Takkar. Credits: Narendra Modi, The Tribune, Doordarshan National.